Exodus 19:25

Authorized King James Version

So Moses went down unto the people, and spake unto them.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיֵּ֥רֶד
went down
to descend (literally, to go downwards; or conventionally to a lower region, as the shore, a boundary, the enemy, etc.; or figuratively, to fall); cau
#2
מֹשֶׁ֖ה
So Moses
mosheh, the israelite lawgiver
#3
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#4
הָעָ֑ם
unto the people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
#5
וַיֹּ֖אמֶר
and spake
to say (used with great latitude)
#6
אֲלֵהֶֽם׃
near, with or among; often in general, to

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of covenant community connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about covenant community, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Exodus.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Exodus Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes covenant community in this particular way.

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